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Billionaire Marc Rowan is calling on wealthy donors to the University of Pennsylvania to pause their contributions since the start of the Israel-Hamas war.

Amazon Executives Discussed How Its Policies Hurt Sellers, FTC Suit Says

November 3, 2023

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The executives discussed how its pricing policies had a “punitive aspect” on sellers, according to internal documents quoted in newly unredacted portions of the agency’s monopoly lawsuit against the company.

Can a $400 Box Keep Your Packages Safe from Porch Pirates?

November 3, 2023

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Nearly 1 in 7 Americans had a package stolen from their homes in the first 10 months of 2022. This holiday season, some are using smart-yet-ugly lockboxes to protect their purchases.

Ferrari again raises guidance as customers opt for high-priced, personalized sports cars

November 3, 2023

Ferrari raised guidance after its third-quarter profit surged 46% year over year. Its customers continue to load up their new Ferraris with expensive options.

Israel-Palestine crisis: Gaza’s north cut off from aid; death toll rising

November 2, 2023

The number of people killed in Gaza is nearing the 9,000 mark amid mounting concerns over the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes on a densely-populated refugee camp near Gaza City, while a key hospital has stopped operations and UN humanitarians are unabl...

General Assembly votes overwhelmingly against US Cuba embargo

November 2, 2023

The UN General Assembly on Thursday voted by a large margin against the United States’ economic and trade embargo against Cuba, first imposed in 1960. A total of 187 States voted for the resolution put forward each year against the embargo with only th...

Day highlighting journalists under fire focuses on protection during elections

November 2, 2023

New data from the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has revealed a worrying rise in violence against journalists during election periods, and usually at the hands of law enforcement agents.

World News in Brief: Russia pulls out of nuclear test ban treaty, climate ‘health crisis’, pushback against bullying

November 2, 2023

Russia on Thursday announced it was revoking its ratification of the UN-backed Comprehensive Nuclear Test Bank Treaty (CTBT), after the Russian Duma passed legislation last month.

Iran urged to end new rights clampdown following teenage girl’s death

November 2, 2023

Iran must end policies and practices “which amount to total impunity for acts of gender persecution against women and girls”, a group of experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council said on Thursday.

At UK’s AI Summit, Guterres says risks outweigh rewards without global oversight

November 2, 2023

The UN Secretary-General on Thursday stressed that global oversight of emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technology should be based on the UN Charter’s core principles and ensure full respect for human rights.

Climate action: ‘Take steps to close the adaptation gap, now’

November 2, 2023

Instead of accelerating to meet the challenge of rising emissions, progress on climate adaptation is slowing across the board, a new report published on Thursday by the UN’s environment agency finds.

Fake Nudes of Real Students Cause an Uproar at a New Jersey High School

November 2, 2023

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After boys shared faked pornographic images made of female classmates, both the school and the local police began investigating.

City of Saanich moves to ban retractable leashes

November 2, 2023

Amy Judd

"Council decided to go in a direction that would mean in our parks you're going to need to use a two-metre leash with your dog," Mayor Dean Murdock said.

Video of arrest leading to assault charges against 3 VPD officers released

November 2, 2023

Simon Little

Beau Spencer, Brandon Blue and Gregory Jackson have pleaded not guilty, while David Cowie suffered four broken ribs and a partially collapsed lung during his arrest.

Sam Bankman-Fried lawyer says government portrayed FTX founder as a ‘monster’

November 2, 2023

Closing arguments kicked off on Wednesday in Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal fraud trial, with prosecutors walking the jury through four weeks of evidence

Criminal probe of ‘disgusting’ B.C. police training course wraps

November 2, 2023

Catherine Urquhart

An investigation into disturbing allegations about an undercover police training program in Metro Vancouver has wrapped up, but it's unclear when the public will learn the results.

Asia markets cheer Fed decision to hold rates

November 2, 2023

Asia markets gained strongly after U.S. Federal Reserve's leaves interest rates unchanged, inflation data from South Korea, Australia watched.

Raptors rebound with dominant win over Bucks

November 2, 2023

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Pascal Siakam scored a game-high 26 points, Dennis Schroder had 24 points and 11 assists and the Toronto Raptors handily defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 130-111 on Wednesday.

Australian regulator highlights risks of electric vehicles aboard ferries

November 2, 2023

Simon Little

The safety alert from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority warns EVs can pose risks to ferries such as high-intensity fires, high-voltage shocks, toxic gases and explosions.

Fewer 911 calls to Surrey supportive housing building after launch of on-site clinic

November 2, 2023

Health

Elizabeth McSheffrey

A new on-site paramedic clinic at a supportive housing site in Surrey, B.C. has saved the health-care system an estimated $450,000 in one year.

Biden calls for a ‘pause’ in the Israel-Hamas war

November 2, 2023

In response to a question from a protester, the president said a pause would allow more time "to get the prisoners out."

UK invests $273 million in AI supercomputer as it seeks to compete with U.S., China

November 2, 2023

The investment comes as the U.K. hosts its landmark AI safety summit, which is being held in Bletchley Park, the home of the World War II codebreakers.

B.C. college instructor on leave amid Hamas comment controversy

November 2, 2023

Amy Judd

Langara College says instructor Natalie Knight is on leave while it investigates comments she made about Hamas at a recent pro-Palestine protest.

Climate change, future growth centre 30-year vision for West End waterfront

November 2, 2023

Simon Little

The plan covers the coastal area from Burrard Bridge to Stanley Park, with the aim of preparing it for sea level rise, population growth and aging infrastructure.

DoubleLine’s Gundlach says interest rates are going to fall as recession arrives early 2024

November 2, 2023

"I do think rates are going to fall as we move into a recession in the first part of next year," Gundlach said on CNBC's "Closing Bell" on Wednesday.

The majority of the world’s most family-friendly airlines are in one continent

November 2, 2023

Eight of the top 11 family-friendly airlines are based in Asia, with Japan Airlines taking the top spot, according to a review by The Family Vacation Guide.

MPI strike over as union members ratify deal; services to resume Friday

November 2, 2023

Kevin Hirschfield

It's official - the lengthy MPI strike is officially over as workers voted to ratify a deal Wednesday bringing a dispute lasting more than two months to an end.

Israel-Hamas war live updates: Evacuations begin in Gaza; Biden says there should be a humanitarian ‘pause’ in Israel-Hamas war

November 2, 2023

Until now, the Rafah crossing has primarily facilitated deliveries of humanitarian aid to resource-deprived Gaza, where fighting continues.

Will the S&P 500 rally by year-end? Morgan Stanley’s Slimmon weighs in — and names a Big Tech stock

November 2, 2023

If the market does rally into the year-end, it will be led by the "Magnificent Seven" stocks, said Andrew Slimmon, who named his preferred play.

Tencent, Alibaba and more: These firms are primed for buybacks and present opportunities, says Jefferies

November 2, 2023

Announcements of big buyback programs in the region have been rising since 2021, "with a long runway ahead," the investment banking firm says.

Kelowna, B.C. emergency crews respond to multiple overdoses on Tuesday

November 2, 2023

Health

Taya Fast

Halloween proved to be a much a busier than normal day for emergency crews in terms of overdose calls across Kelowna.

Disney to buy remaining Hulu stake from Comcast in widely expected move

November 2, 2023

Disney will now own all of Hulu after agreeing to buy the remaining one-third stake from Comcast's NBCUniversal.

S&P 500 futures tick higher as attention turns from Fed to latest earnings reports: Live updates

November 2, 2023

The Federal Reserve kept rates at the conclusion of its meeting Wednesday, fueling a rally for stocks to start November.

Qualcomm gives strong forecast, signaling chip slump recovery

November 2, 2023

At the midpoint of Qualcomm's guidance, revenue will grow slightly during the current quarter compared to last year.

Fed holds rates steady, upgrades assessment of economic growth

November 2, 2023

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday again held benchmark interest rates steady amid a backdrop of a growing economy and labor market.

Space Force awards $2.5 billion in rocket contracts to SpaceX and ULA for 21 launches

November 2, 2023

The U.S. Space Force assigned 21 rocket launches to SpaceX and United Launch Alliance that are worth about $2.5 billion in total.

Bolivia severs ties with Israel over war in the Gaza Strip, as Colombia and Chile recall ambassadors

November 2, 2023